Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in online learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Somaliland to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to understand these interesting new open education experiments. Public servants want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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